Osun State, in Nigeria’s southwest, is a major education centre with a healthy mix of federal, state and private universities plus specialised schools shaping careers in medicine, agriculture, education and technology. Below is a clear, well-structured guide to the state’s higher institutions, what they offer.
Federal universities
1. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
One of Nigeria’s most prestigious federal universities, OAU (previously University of Ife) is a full-service research university with strong faculties in the humanities, social sciences, engineering, medicine, law and natural sciences. It is a long-established centre for research and postgraduate training in the country.
2. Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun (FUHSI)
A specialised federal university established to strengthen Nigeria’s health-science training. FUHSI focuses on clinical and allied health programmes a timely expansion given national needs for medical and health professionals.
3. Federal University of Agriculture and Developmental Studies, Iragbuji (new federal university approved 2024–2025)
Approved as part of recent federal expansions in higher education, this new federal university (Iragbuji) will prioritise agriculture, food systems and applied developmental studies aligning with Osun State’s agricultural heritage
State universities
4. Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo
UNIOSUN is the state university with multiple campuses and a wide range of programmes spanning education, sciences, management, law and social sciences.
5. The University of Ilesa (UNILESA), Ilesa
A relatively new state university serving the Ilesa zone, UNILESA provides undergraduate programmes and has announced ongoing intake cycles, tuition and JUPEB/pre-degree options on its official site and social pages.
Private Universities & notable private institutions
6. Adeleke University, Ede
A developing private university offering a range of undergraduate programmes. Adeleke University publishes admissions portals and fee schedules online useful for prospective applicants from Osun and beyond.
7. Bowen University, Iwo
Bowen University (a private faith-based university) is known for disciplined campus life, strong programmes in the arts, sciences and professional faculties, and a reputation for quality graduate outcomes.
8. Fountain University, Osogbo
Fountain University is a private university (licensed in 2007) with an academic focus influenced by faith-based values. It offers a range of undergraduate programmes and maintains a student portal and public academic calendar.
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